₦airaland Forum

allen113:
Didn't the driver see where other cars are passing? Or was the car parked there?

Melezenawii:
Construction activities on Section 3A of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway in Akwa Ibom State have continued to record significant progress, with earthworks, pavement construction, rigid pavement and ancillary works advancing simultaneously across different sections of the project.

Construction activities on Section 3A of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway in Akwa Ibom State have continued to record significant progress, with earthworks, pavement construction, rigid pavement and ancillary works advancing simultaneously across different sections of the… pic.twitter.com/9tmDPrcyJW

— TallJohn🌍 (@JohnFanimokun) August 21, 2026

HacheNoire:
If the files must be released, it must be released with unredacted Epstein files.
The US DOJ needs to lead by examples.

FSBoperator:
I like it .
Data boy has a ring to it and it sounds enlightened and refers to someone who has data and stats to back their facts
You on the other hand are an obidense

iwaeda:
He will remove subsidy too to COPY Atiku. Nothing can make me vote Obi, he will be worse than Tinubu.

yarimo:
Agulu fraudster package by bitter Obidients . World press conference Kee you there

Ballmer:
You Obi supporters open thread to fool yourself. Who wants to write about Tinubu n will not list
1. Abraham Adesanyoa Estate
2. Lagos Island Maternity Hospital rebuilt from scratch by Tinubu after it got burnt.
3. The 4 Millennium school
Among others

olaolaking:
In 2003, a bold and forward-thinking decision was made by a certain state Governor - Bola Ahmed Tinubu: the creation of Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). At the time, this move was met with intense controversy. Critics argued it overstepped constitutional bounds, as the Nigerian Constitution only explicitly recognizes formally established local government areas. The Federal Government even responded by withholding statutory allocations in protest.

Yet, despite the legal and political hurdles, this decision has since proven to be a masterstroke of visionary leadership — a strategic move that has reshaped local governance in Nigeria.

Why was it visionary?

1. Decentralization for Effective Governance
At a time when urban centers were grappling with exploding populations and inadequate public services, this leader saw the need to bring governance closer to the people. The creation of LCDAs allowed for better administration of communities that had previously been too large and too complex to manage effectively. Smaller administrative units enabled quicker responses to community needs, reduced bureaucratic bottlenecks, and made public service delivery more efficient.

2. Enhanced Political Participation
The LCDAs expanded the democratic space. More communities were now directly involved in the political process — not just as voters, but also as potential leaders, stakeholders, and change agents. This resulted in stronger civic engagement and allowed local voices to influence developmental priorities.

3. A Model for Others
Although initially controversial, this governance model was later adopted by several other states across the country. These states, recognizing the initiative's success, followed suit by creating their own LCDAs, bringing similar benefits to their own populations. The model had moved from being a solitary experiment to a national template for grassroots development.

4. Strategic Urban Planning
One of the often-overlooked benefits of this reform was its long-term impact on urban development. With local councils closer to the ground, infrastructure projects could be better planned, tailored to specific community needs, and monitored more effectively. This has laid the groundwork for a more organized, responsive, and livable urban environment — a far cry from the chaotic sprawl seen in many other regions.

5. Legacy that Endures
Two decades later, the impact of this policy is still felt. The LCDAs have not only survived but thrived. They have become integral parts of the political and administrative landscape, continuing to serve millions and inspiring future reforms. This is the true test of visionary leadership — initiating change that not only survives political transitions but also inspires others to follow suit.

Contrast this with the other man whose achievements have remained mostly invisible — vague, debatable, and often lacking measurable impact. While some parade lofty ideals and grand rhetoric, the true mark of leadership lies in tangible transformation — in policies that withstand time and opposition, and in ideas that others choose to replicate because they work.

One man pioneered a system of governance that has changed lives, improved service delivery, and strengthened democracy from the ground up. The other is remembered mostly for what could have been — a legacy of missed opportunities and unfulfilled potential.

True vision is not measured by applause in the moment, but by the echo of your impact long after you’ve left office. And in this regard, the LCDA initiative stands as one of the clearest symbols of long-term, people-centered leadership in modern Nigerian history — a template still being emulated, refined, and expanded today.

This is glaring enough. It is neither debatable nor refutable.

So we can ask: what had Obi initiated? What are his brainworks, his creations that other states are adopting?

If you have anything against this write up, please speak up but be civil.

Let's go!

AMINDA:
We knew all we were going to see in the thread are vague projects. Nothing tangible. In other words, he will continue to claim the achievements of all the governors who succeeded him, but he never gives credit to others who governed Lagos before him. His lackeys say he built Lagos from scratch. Same Lagos of Jakande, Marwa and Dodan Barracks.

olaolaking:
In 2003, a bold and forward-thinking decision was made by a certain state Governor - Bola Ahmed Tinubu: the creation of Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). At the time, this move was met with intense controversy. Critics argued it overstepped constitutional bounds, as the Nigerian Constitution only explicitly recognizes formally established local government areas. The Federal Government even responded by withholding statutory allocations in protest.

DatNiggaDaz:

Ok data boi

alanto:
Someone said Obi will wait 2 to 3 days before saying he'll bring back subsidy after Atiku had just said the same thing. And Obi people are already clearing way for him. Less than 6 hours.

SarcasticWords:
Lol
By the way,those of you that were clapping because Adeleke defeated his APC opponent, how far, how market?
Hope you're doing good? Just checking to make sure you're doing okay.

yarimo:
Fraudsters really full that NDC oo 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Bayoonanuga:
person way no lift people out of poverty when he wa governor
Evidence is here on nairaland

Goodvibes007:
Oyetola blocked his chance prior to the election. Now that election is done, perhaps nothing is stopping him again.
However, I don't see him joining APC. He would work for APC presidency while staying with Accord.

HacheNoire:
Effort in futility!

Who cares about what they doing in the US DOJ is doing?
If they cannot release the Epstein unredacted Epstein files, then they should fvck off!
The world needs to know if the convicted felon called President of the US is a pedophile.

yemre:
Why are you so bitter? Why should his endorsement of Tinubu hit you so badly that you have to bring sanitary pad into his statement?. Hatreditis is real.

Gotocourt:
Accord Party victory is a shocker to all APC bandits.

PigTormentor:
Clown go back to school to learn to read and comprehend.

jamafa:
You listed like just 10 position here. Others ministerian list were held by Yoruba bah??

johnmartus:
I don't know whoever that sponsor this case but I'm guessing Peter Obi but this wouldn't affect his political career. Because this case has been revisited time without number and nothing come out of it.
Why wasting money and energy on a frivolous case? This particular case is even making him to be more popular. Look for something else to destroy his career instead.